A Billion Little Lights
by Wild Pink
User Score
8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 11
  3. Negative: 2 out of 11
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  1. MBVStan
    Mar 25, 2021
    9
    Would it be strange to call an album life-affirming? That's what this is to me. There are so many lyrics and notes you might miss if you turn your attention away for even a second, but you can also just have it on as a pleasant companion in the background. It works both ways. I wouldn't say the album is "about" insecurity and anxiety and coming to terms with those to formulate a confidenceWould it be strange to call an album life-affirming? That's what this is to me. There are so many lyrics and notes you might miss if you turn your attention away for even a second, but you can also just have it on as a pleasant companion in the background. It works both ways. I wouldn't say the album is "about" insecurity and anxiety and coming to terms with those to formulate a confidence within yourself, but that's what I feel when I listen straight through if that makes sense. The strings & guest vocals were a great addition. I love this band… Expand
  2. NZfinest
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    John Ross simply does. not. miss. Legend. Do you love lyrics? Check. Do you love instrumentals? Check. Do you love intricate detail? Check. We had this on repeat at a beach bonfire under the stars.... highly recommend!
  3. joeevans4203
    Mar 1, 2021
    0
    I’m really not enjoying this album AT ALL. How is this the highest rated album
  4. MyIronLung
    Feb 24, 2021
    10
    If I could only describe this album in one word it would be lush. The layering sounds both meticulous & effortless, and the lyrics are top notch. It is instantly appealing with catchy tunes and melodies, but repeat spins also reveal new treasures you missed the previous go-rounds. Perfect for a long drive, a cold day shuttered indoors, or a pontoon boat on a lazy summer afternoon. ThisIf I could only describe this album in one word it would be lush. The layering sounds both meticulous & effortless, and the lyrics are top notch. It is instantly appealing with catchy tunes and melodies, but repeat spins also reveal new treasures you missed the previous go-rounds. Perfect for a long drive, a cold day shuttered indoors, or a pontoon boat on a lazy summer afternoon. This will be hard to top for me in 2021 and it's only February… Expand
  5. Sumyungguy92
    Feb 23, 2021
    10
    I'd been waiting for this to come out since the video for The Shining But Tropical starring Annie Murphy dropped. I'm blown away. Each song has wow moments and details that get better with every listen. I need live music back, can't wait to see these songs in a proper venue with all the added instruments

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72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. PopMatters
    Mar 22, 2021
    80
    All the tinkering Ross does at home has done it for Wild Pink.
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  2. AllMusic
    Feb 25, 2021
    60
    The melodies go exactly where you want them to, as do the emotional beats, resulting in a lovely travelogue that avoids steering down any seasonal roads, and in doing so quickly fades from memory.
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  3. No Ripcord
    Feb 22, 2021
    70
    He's faithful to his musical vision, even as he expands its scope, though there's a fair degree of sameness throughout that makes it a somewhat monochrome listen. Still, it never feels like a chore to weave through Ross' honest, personal songwriting.
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